Free Level 2 BTEC Diploma for Early Years Practitioners Course in Milton Keynes. Classes run full-time during the day at Milton Keynes College Chaffron Way Campus. This one-year course covers the knowledge and practical skills needed to support children's learning and development in early years settings. The Pearson Edexcel BTEC Diploma for Early Years Practitioners qualification is well regarded by employers in childcare and nursery work. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you. Leads to roles such as nursery practitioner.
Who this course is for
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Entry requirements
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What you will learn
You'll develop understanding of child development from birth to five years old.
You'll learn how to plan and support play and learning activities.
You'll study safeguarding and child protection responsibilities.
You'll explore health, safety, and wellbeing in early years settings.
You'll learn how to communicate effectively with children and families.
You'll develop knowledge of inclusive practice and supporting children with additional needs.
You'll understand the legal and regulatory framework for early years provision.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions at the campus, combining taught lessons with practical tasks. Assessment is through assignments, observations, and portfolio evidence. You'll build a body of work that demonstrates your knowledge and skills across the units. Some learning may take place in a real early years setting as part of the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Milton Keynes College Chaffron Way Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Nursery practitioner, supporting children's play and learning in a nursery setting.
Nursery assistant, working under a qualified practitioner in a day nursery.
Early years worker, supporting children aged birth to five in a range of settings.
Childminder's assistant, helping a registered childminder with daily care.
Pre-school assistant, supporting learning in a playgroup or pre-school.
Creche worker, providing supervised childcare in a leisure or community setting.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator: the qualification recognised in statutory staffing ratios for nursery work. This is the natural next step if you want to work as a qualified practitioner.
Level 3 BTEC National in Children's Play, Learning and Development: a broader qualification that can also lead into higher education in early childhood studies.
Level 5 Foundation Degree in Early Childhood: for those looking to move into senior or leadership roles in early years settings.
